Serving 471 students in grades 7-12, Wicksburg High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wicksburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wicksburg High School's student population of 471 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wicksburg High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wicksburg High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#171 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
8%
32%
White
83%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wicksburg High School's ranking?
Wicksburg High School is ranked #171 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wicksburg High School often compared to?
Wicksburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ariton School, George W Long High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wicksburg High School?
The graduation rate of Wicksburg High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wicksburg High School?
471 students attend Wicksburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wicksburg High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wicksburg High School?
Wicksburg High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wicksburg High School offer ?
Wicksburg High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Wicksburg High School part of?
Wicksburg High School is part of Houston County School District.
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